There are few stars who have captured the world quite like Colin Firth - and now he’s set to seize our attention once again in Sky Original series, Lockerbie: A Search For Truth.

An Oscar-winning actor, Firth has become one of Britain’s most beloved actors, earning himself recognition across the globe in the 80s as part of the “Brit Pack”.

But whether its a ruggedly handsome suitor for a Regency-era drama like Pride and Prejudice, or a potential serial killer hiding many secrets in The Staircase, his gripping portrayals never fail to stand out and show all sides of humanity.

And because we’re nice, we have assembled the biggest and best TV series and movies from his 40+ years on screen for you to watch to your heart’s content.

Here’s where you can find him.

Coming 2 January on Sky Atlantic

On 21st December 1988, 259 passengers and crew were killed when Pan Am Flight 103 exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland, 38 minutes after take-off.

A further 11 residents lost their lives as the plane came down over the quiet, Scottish town.

In the wake of the disaster and his daughter Flora’s death, Dr Jim Swire (Firth), is nominated spokesperson for the UK victims’ families, who have united to demand truth and justice.

Travelling across continents and political divides, Jim embarks on a relentless journey that not only jeopardises his stability, family and life, but completely overturns his trust in the justice system.

As the truth shifts under Jim’s feet, his view of the world is left forever changed.

Exploring events from the disaster and its aftermath, Lockerbie: A Search for Truth provides an intimate account of a man, a husband, and a father who risks everything in memory of his daughter and the unflinching pursuit of truth and justice.

Also starring: Catherine McCormack, Sam Troughton and Mark Bonnar

Find out more about Lockerbie: A Search for Truth [here].(https://www.sky.com/watch/lockerbie)

Available now on Sky Atlantic

In this dramatised version of a real true crime story, Firth plays Michael Peterson, an author who becomes central to a murder case when his wife, Kathleen, is found dead at the bottom of the family’s staircase.

As secrets to his private life come into public light, the Peterson family are put under strain as debate swells over whether Michael is responsible for Kathleen’s death or if it was truly an accident.

The case gains international attention when Jean-Xavier Lestrade, a French filmmaker, decides to pick up the case as a central story for a new documentary.

Multiple theories behind what happened come to light, each with their own plausible reasoning to complicate the matter further.

The Staircase dramatisation delves into each theory, depicting how Kathleen’s final hour of life could have played out.

Also starring: Toni Collette, Sophie Turner, Michael Stuhlbarg and Dane DeHaan.

Find out more about The Staircase here.

Available now on Sky Cinema

A classic rom-com trilogy, Bridget Jones’ Diary follows the dating exploits of a thirty-something singleton Bridget Jones.

After being left alone at her mother’s annual Christmas turkey curry buffet, Bridget makes it her mission to find The One – and soon finds herself torn between Daniel Cleaver, her rakishly handsome womanising boss, and Mark Darcy, the prim-and-proper human rights lawyer who seems to catch her at her worst moments.

Firth appears as Darcy in all three of the films, with Bridget Jones’ Diary being followed up by Edge Of Reason and Bridget Jones’s Baby.

Now is the perfect time to watch the films too – with the fourth installment, Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, hitting cinemas in February 2025.

Also starring: Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant, Celia Imrie, Gemma Jones and Jim Broadbent

Available now on Sky Cinema

The King’s Speech follows the true story of the initial weeks of King George VI’s reign after his brother suddenly abdicates the throne.

Thrust into power after years of assuming he will never be King, George is now on a time crunch to overcome his debilitating stammer.

With the help of speech therapist Lionel Logue, George works on his lifelong impediment in order to rouse the nation with hope as World War II looms.

Also starring: Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter

Available now on Sky Cinema

A modern Christmas classic, Love Actually injects the spirit of Christmas as a number of seemingly disconnected people prepare for the festive season and navigate the complications of love.

Boasting an all-star cast, Love Actually is the creation of Richard Curtis, who is famed for rom-coms including Four Weddings And A Funeral and Notting Hill.

In the film, Colin plays Jamie, an author who is left heartbroken after discovering his girlfriend and brother are having an affair. Retreating to a French cottage, he forms a bond and falls for Portuguese cleaner Aurelia, despite the fact they don’t speak the same language.

Also starring: Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson, Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant, Martine McCutcheon, Laura Linney and Bill Nighy

Available now on Sky Cinema

Based on the iconic hits of ABBA, Mamma Mia follows the story of Sophie, a young woman who, on the eve of her wedding, decides to find out who her father is.

Inviting the three men who it could potentially be to Greece for the weekend, her mother, Donna, is left in shock as she’s forced to confront her past and finally provide some answers – all while the three men are oblivious to the real reason they’re there.

In Here We Go Again, the group are reunited with Sophie now pregnant with her first child, and they delve into Donna’s past and how she met the three key men in her life.

Firth plays Harry, the dashing and bashful potential father of Sophie – and he gets to show off his singing abilities as he does so.

Also starring: Amanda Seyfried, Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Stellan Skarsgard, Christine Baranski, Julie Walters

Available now on Sky Cinema

William Shakespeare is given a modern makeover in this Oscar Award-winning film.

The story follows Shakespeare during his younger years, suffering writers’ block and quickly running out of money.

Then he meets Viola, and together they start a whirlwind and boundary-breaking romance as she takes on the leading role despite women being unable to act during the period.

She reignites his spark and inspires one of his most beloved plays.

But despite their growing bond, trouble awaits as Viola, who comes from a noble family, is already betrothed to be married to Lord Wessex (played by Firth).

Also starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, Joseph Fiennes, Geoffrey Rush, Ben Affleck, Dame Judi Dench, Simon Callow

Available now on Sky Cinema

Based on Oscar Wilde’s novel The Picture of Dorian Gray, the story follows a beautiful young man in Victorian London as he is swept up into the underbelly of the city by the charming Lord Henry "Harry" Wotton (played by Firth).

However, when he agrees to sell his soul to stay young forever, his wish is granted – with a portrait taking the toll of his increasingly hedonistic lifestyle as Dorian’s impulsive and volatile behaviour leaves destruction in his wake.

But things take a turn when he meets a woman to fall in love with, making him question just how much his sacrifice was truly worth and if it’s too late to get back what he lost.

Also starring: Ben Barnes, Emilia Fox, Ben Chaplin, Johnny Harris, Rebecca Hall

Available now on Sky Cinema

Based on the children's novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden follows a young girl who moves to England after the death of her parents.

After spending her entire life in India, Mary feels neglected and unloved as she is forced to live with her uncle on his large and isolated country estate.

Spending her days exploring, Mary’s luck changes when she finds out her late aunt kept a garden full of roses, but after her death her uncle had locked it and hidden the key.

Soon, the garden proves to be a safe space for Mary and her cousin, Colin, and together they work together to bring life and joy back to the manor.

Also starring: Dame Julie Walters, Dixie Egerickx, Amir Wilson, Edan Hayhurst

Available now on Sky Cinema

Set in January 1942, shortly after the United States officially enter World War II, a group of Nazi government officials hold a conference in Wannsee, Germany to discuss the final phase of their plan to eradicate Jews and “undesirables”.

SS Gen. Heydrich and Lt. Eichmann lead the conference, and are both in favour of the “evacuation” of Jews – code for mass murder of Jewish people via concentration camps –  with the meeting merely to ensure all officials of government departments were on board with the plan.

But there are others present – including Chancellor Kritzinger – who oppose the idea.

Firth plays Dr Wilhelm Stuckart, State Secretary and Reich Ministry for the Interior, one of the men present at the meeting where the decision was made.

Also starring: Kenneth Branagh, Stanley Tucci, David Threlfall, Nicholas Woodeson